• History: Founded formally in 1711, the hospital has evolved from a charitable hospital to a high-complexity medical center. It has undergone various transformations and expansions, with significant milestones including the establishment of new facilities in 1951 and becoming an Empresa Social del Estado in 1995​ (Hospital San José)​.
• Current Focus: The hospital emphasizes quality, humanized care, and expanding its service capacity to meet the healthcare needs of the community.

The hospital offers a variety of specialties including:

• Emergency care
• Surgery
• Pediatrics
• Internal medicine
• Intensive care units (both adult and pediatric)
• Hemodynamics
• Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
• Clinical laboratory services
• Nutrition​

The hospital is committed to enhancing healthcare quality through initiatives aimed at improving patient care and comfort. This includes investment in advanced medical technology and a focus on humanizing patient care​

• Vision: To be a leading healthcare provider offering high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Mission: To provide comprehensive, safe, and humanized healthcare services, focusing on the well-being of patients, their families, and the community.